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655 million people still living without electricity underscore urgent need to deliver on universal energy access target: Tracking SDG 7

Jun 26, 2026

Paris [France], June 26: At a time when energy security and affordability have risen to the top of the development agenda, 655 million people globally still lack access to electricity, and two billion use polluting fuels and technologies for cooking putting their health and well-being at risk. Sub-Saharan Africa bears a disproportionate share of these gaps, with over 560 million living without electricity and 970 million lacking access to clean cooking.

US to create endangered species 'BioVault'

Jun 26, 2026

Jordanian FM, Hungarian counterpart discuss regional developments

Jun 26, 2026

Venezuela earthquakes death toll rises to 164

Jun 26, 2026

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Colombia into knock-outs with hard-fought win over DR Congo

Jun 25, 2026

Guadalajara [Mexico], June 25: Colombian fans were made to wait but eventually able to celebrate a 1-0 win over the Democratic Republic of Congo on Tuesday and the qualification for...

Croatia keep knock-out hopes alive with 1-0 win over Panama

Jun 25, 2026

Toronto [Canada], June 25: Ante Budimir's goal gave Croatia a narrow 1-0 against Panama at the World Cup on Tuesday.

Europe swelters under deadly 'Omega' heatwave

Jun 25, 2026

London [UK], June 25: Western Europe was in the grip of a heatwave on Wednesday that claimed dozens of lives, disrupted power supplies, shut schools and cultural landmarks, as forecasters...